GRE Word List

POTENTIAL

existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality

The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.

Random words

WordMeaning
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
suitorone that petitions or entreats
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit